Picocare Family

K181272 · Wontech Co., Ltd. · GEX · Jul 31, 2018 · General, Plastic Surgery

Device Facts

Record IDK181272
Device NamePicocare Family
ApplicantWontech Co., Ltd.
Product CodeGEX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision DateJul 31, 2018
DecisionSESE
Submission TypeSpecial
Regulation21 CFR 878.4810
Device ClassClass 2
AttributesTherapeutic

Intended Use

The Picocare Family is intended for use in surgical and aesthetic applications in the medical specialties of dermatology and general and plastic surgery. 1064nm The 1064nm wavelength of the Picocare Family system is indicated for tattoo removal for dark colored tattoo inks and for multicolored tattoos containing dark colored tattoo inks on patients with all skin types (Fitzpatrick I-VI). 532nm The 532nm wavelength of the Picocare Family system is indicated for tattoo removal for lighter colored tattoo inks, including red and yellow inks, on patients with Fitzpatrick skin types I-III.

Device Story

Solid-state laser system delivering 1064nm or 532nm wavelengths at 450ps pulse duration; energy delivered via articulated arm and handpiece. Operated by clinicians in dermatology/plastic surgery settings. User controls fluence and frequency via LCD touch pad on main unit. System provides feedback on pulse count and spot size. Laser energy targets tattoo ink pigments for removal. Benefits include shorter pulse duration (450ps) compared to predecessor (750ps), aligning with industry standards for picosecond laser tattoo removal.

Clinical Evidence

Bench testing only. No clinical or animal data required. Risk analysis and verification activities conducted using same methods and acceptance criteria as the cleared predicate device.

Technological Characteristics

Solid-state Q-Switched Nd:YAG laser; 1064nm/532nm wavelengths; 450ps pulse duration; Class 4 laser (IEC 60825-1); articulated arm delivery; 2-10mm spot size; LCD/Touch Pad interface; electrical energy source.

Indications for Use

Indicated for tattoo removal. 1064nm: dark/multicolored inks, all skin types (Fitzpatrick I-VI). 532nm: lighter colored inks (red/yellow), skin types I-III.

Regulatory Classification

Identification

(1) A carbon dioxide laser for use in general surgery and in dermatology is a laser device intended to cut, destroy, or remove tissue by light energy emitted by carbon dioxide.(2) An argon laser for use in dermatology is a laser device intended to destroy or coagulate tissue by light energy emitted by argon.

Predicate Devices

Related Devices

Submission Summary (Full Text)

{0}------------------------------------------------ Image /page/0/Picture/0 description: The image contains the logo of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The logo consists of two parts: the Department of Health & Human Services logo on the left and the FDA logo on the right. The FDA logo features the letters 'FDA' in a blue square, followed by the words 'U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION' in blue text. July 31, 2018 WON TECH Co., Ltd. Erin Park Regulatory Affair Staff 64 Techno 8-Ro, Yuseong-gu Daejeon, 34028 KR Re: K181272 Trade/Device Name: Picocare Family Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4810 Regulation Name: Laser Surgical Instrument For Use In General And Plastic Surgery And In Dermatology Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GEX Dated: April 20, 2018 Received: May 14, 2018 Dear Erin Park: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/ofdocs/ofpmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice. labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal {1}------------------------------------------------ statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/CombinationProducts/GuidanceRegulatoryInformation/ucm597488.html; good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. Also, please note the regulation entiled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm. For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/DeviceRegulationandGuidance/) and CDRH Learn (http://www.fda.gov/Training/CDRHLearn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (http://www.fda.gov/DICE) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100). Sincerely, # Jennifer R. Stevenson -S3 For Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ ## Indications for Use 510(k) Number (if known) K181272 Device Name Picocare Family Indications for Use (Describe) The Picocare Family is intended for use in surgical and aesthetic applications in the medical specialties of dermatology and general and plastic surgery. 1064nm The 1064nm wavelength of the Picocare Family system is indicated for tattoo removal for dark colored tattoo inks and for multicolored tattoos containing dark colored tattoo inks on patients with all skin types (Fitzpatrick I-VI). 532nm The 532nm wavelength of the Picocare Family system is indicated for tattoo removal for lighter colored tattoo inks, including red and yellow inks, on patients with Fitzpatrick skin types I-III. Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) X Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) ### CONTINUE ON A SEPARATE PAGE IF NEEDED. This section applies only to requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. ### *DO NOT SEND YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE PRA STAFF EMAIL ADDRESS BELOW.* The burden time for this collection of information is estimated to average 79 hours per response, including the time to review instructions, search existing data sources, gather and maintain the data needed and complete and review the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this information collection, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to: > Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration Office of Chief Information Officer Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) Staff PRAStaff(@fda.hhs.gov "An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB number." {3}------------------------------------------------ # 10.510(k) Summary # 510(k) Summary #### 10.1. Date Prepared [21 CFR 807.92(a)(1)] 19 June, 2018 #### 10.2. Submitter's Information [21 CFR 807.92(a)(1)] | ● | Name of Sponsor: | WON TECH Co., Ltd. | |---|-------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------| | | Address: | 64 Techno 8-Ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon,<br>Republic of Korea, 34028 | | ● | Contact Person: | Erin Park / Regulatory Affair Staff | | | Mobile Phone: | +82-10-2776-0729 | | | Email Address: | loveyougyuri@wtlaser.com | | ● | Submitter's Name: | Yoon, Hyunsik / General Manager of Quality control Div. | | | Telephone No.: | +82-10-6250-9299 | | | Fax No.: | +82-70-7882-8658 | | | Email Address: | yoonhs21@wtlaser.com | - Registration No.: 3006985208 ● - Name of Manufacturer: Same as Sponsor ● Address: Same as Sponsor - #### 10.3. Trade Name, Common Name, Classification [21 CFR 807.92(a)(2)] | ● | Trade Name: | Picocare Family | |---|-------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | ● | Regulation Name: | Powered Laser Surgical Instrument | | ● | Regulation Description: | Laser surgical instrument for use in general and plastic<br>surgery and in dermatology | | ● | Classification Panel: | General & Plastic Surgery | | ● | Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 878.4810 | | ● | Device Class: | Class II | | ● | Product Code: | GEX | {4}------------------------------------------------ #### 10.4. Identification of Predicate Device(s) [21 CFR 807.92(a)(3)[ The identified predicate devices within this submission are shown as follow; ### 4.1 Predicate Device1(Cleared Device) - 510(k) Number: ● - Applicant: ● - Device Classification Name: ● - Trade/Device Name: ### 4.2 Predicate Device2 - 510(k) Number: - Applicant: ● - Device Classification Name: - Trade/Device Name: K162755 WON TECH Co., Ltd. Powered Laser Surgical Instrument Picocare K153527 Syneron Candela Corporation Powered Laser Surgical Instrument Picoway Laser System There are no significant differences among the Picocare Family, the cleared device and the predicate device that would adversely affect the use of the product. It is substantially equivalent to this device in design, function, and technical characteristics. #### 10.5. Description of the Device [21 CFR 807.92(a)(4)] The Picocare Family is the solid state laser capable of delivering energy at wavelengths of 1,064 nm or 532 nm at short durations of 450 ps (picoseconds). The device system consists of a main unit, an articulated arm, a handpiece and a foot switch. The laser output is delivered to the skin through the articulated arm delivery system terminated by the handpiece. The fluence (energy density) and frequency are controlled from the LCD display/Touch Pad located on the front of the main unit. The LCD display is used to obtain feedback from the system, such as the number of pulses delivered or spot size selected. #### 10.6. Indications for Use [21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)] The Picocare Family is intended for use in surgical and aesthetic applications in the medical specialties of dermatology and general and plastic surgery. ### 1064 nm The 1064 nm wavelength of the Picocare Family is indicated for tattoo removal for dark colored tattoo inks and for multicolored tattoos containing dark colored tattoo inks on patients with all skin types (Fitzpatrick I-VI). ### 532 nm The 532 nm wavelength of the Picocare Family is indicated for tattoo removal for lighter colored tattoo inks, including red and yellow inks, on patients with Fitzpatrick skin types I-III. {5}------------------------------------------------ #### 10.7. Technological Characteristics The modifications to the Picocare since in K162755 do not alter the safety or efficacy of the device. The predicate device produces pulse duration of 750 pico seconds. The modified Picocare Family utilizes the same laser out energy, including all other specifications such as, wavelength, spot size, Laser Class and Laser Delivery Type. The difference in the Picocare Family versus the Picocare(Cleared device)is the pulse duration. The Picocare Family produces 450 pico seconds and cleared Picocare produces 750 pico seconds. An adjustment in pulse duration of Picocare Family will be proved in safety and efficacy as the range of the the range of Picoway Laser System(K153527)'s pulse duration(240ps – 750ps). The indication of among devices is also the same with regard to 1064nm and 532nm wavelengths. Therefore, the Picocare Family is substantially equivalent to the legally marketed predicate device with respect to technical feature comparison. The subject device was found to predicate device with regard to design, function, and technical characteristics. The table below presents comparisons for each device: | Device | Proposed Device | Predicate Device(Cleared Device) | Predicate Device 2 | |------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | K Number | K162755 | K162755 | K153527 | | Model | Picocare Family | Picocare | Picoway Laser System | | Indications for<br>Use | The Picocare Family is intended for use in<br>surgical and aesthetic applications in the<br>medical specialties of dermatology and<br>general and plastic surgery.<br>1064 nm<br>The 1064 nm wavelength of the Picocare<br>Family system is indicated for tattoo<br>removal for dark colored tattoo inks and for<br>multicolored tattoos containing dark<br>colored tattoo inks on patients with all skin<br>types (Fitzpatrick I-VI).<br>532 nm<br>The 532 nm wavelength of the Picocare<br>Family system is indicated for tattoo<br>removal for lighter colored tattoo inks,<br>including red and yellow inks, on patients<br>with Fitzpatrick skin types I-III. | The Picocare is intended for use in surgical and<br>aesthetic applications in the medical specialties<br>of dermatology and general and plastic surgery.<br>1064 nm<br>The 1064 nm wavelength of the Picocare<br>system is indicated for tattoo removal for dark<br>colored tattoo inks and for multicolored tattoos<br>containing dark colored tattoo inks on patients<br>with all skin types (Fitzpatrick I-VI).<br>532 nm<br>The 532 nm wavelength of the Picocare system<br>is indicated for tattoo removal for lighter<br>colored tattoo inks, including red and yellow<br>inks, on patients with Fitzpatrick skin types I-<br>III. | The PicoWay laser system is indicated for<br>the following at the specified wavelength:<br>1064nm:<br>Removal of tattoos for all skin types<br>(Fitzpatrick I-VI) to treat the following<br>tattoo colors: black,<br>brown, green, blue and purple.<br>532nm:<br>Removal of tattoos for Fitzpatrick skin<br>types I-III to treat the following tattoo<br>colors: red, yellow and<br>orange.<br>The PicoWay laser system is also indicated<br>for benign pigmented lesions removal for<br>Fitzpatrick Skin Types I-IV. | {6}------------------------------------------------ ### Substantial Equivalence Picocare Family is as safe and effective as the predicate device, the Picocare, as well as the Picoway (K153527). The modified device has the same intended use of affecting Removal of tattoos as the predicate devices, as well as the same indications and the same specific indication of removal of tattoos in Fitzpatrick skin types I-III with 532nm and Fitzpatrick skin types I-VI with 1064nm. Safety profiles are the same: a laser module output within the limitation of a Class 4 laser (per IEC 60825-1), Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser and the same laser Max Fluence (101/cm2 at 1064nm and 2.5J/cm2 at 532nm) with Picocare, the spot size is exactly same as both Picocare and Picoway(2 to 10mm), and the repletion rate is the same as well. WON TECH Co., Ltd. Special 510(k) Picocare Family has the same technological characteristics as the device cleared in K162755, including its laser class, laser power, wavelength, laser delivery method, device design, repletion rate, aiming beam, delivery element and pulse energy. The reduction in the pulse duration does not change the safety or effectiveness profiles. The modified Picocare Family device is also similar technologically to the Picoway Laser System and with pulse duration (450ps versus 240-750ps) ### Non-Clinical Test Summary: Design and development of the Picocare Family followed ANSI/AAMI/ISO 14971:2007/(R) 2010 Risk Management: Medical devices - Application of risk management to medical devices. WON TECH performed a Risk Analysis to evaluate the implications of the pulse duration changes to the Picocare. It was determined there was no significant change to risk and no new risks were identified with respect to the modifications to the Picocare Family. All residual risks were found to be acceptable. It was concluded the modified design could be tested in the laboratory and no animal or new clinical data was required to show safety. efficacy or substantial equivalence to the currently cleared model. Based on the Risk Analysis and modifications to the device, verification activities were conducted for the Picocare Family, including the same methods and tests using the same applied acceptance criteria as the previous Picocare. All the testing met acceptance criteria. #### 10.8. Conclusion [21 CFR 807.92(b)(3)] In according with the Federal Food & drug and cosmetic Act, 21 CFR Part 807, and based on the information provided in this premarket notification WON TECH Co., Ltd. concludes that the Picocare Family is substantially equivalent to predicate devices as described herein.
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